Forty Fort 79 Exceptional
Forty Fort Livability #188 ranked city in Pennsylvania#1,811 ranked city in the USARanks better than 93% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Forty Fort

PROS
  • Cost Of Living

    The cost of living in this region is notably lower than the national average, encompassing everyday goods, housing, utilities, transportation and health care expenses.

  • Crime

    The crime rate is far lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. As such, it should be considered a very safe place to live when compared to other areas.

  • Housing

    High scores in the housing category are attributed to this area, possibly pointing to a favorable home affordability ratio, robust appreciation rates or elevated home values.

  • Health & Safety

    Achieving a high health and safety score relies on factors including great air quality and convenient access to vital health facilities such as hospitals, doctors, clinics and police stations.

  • Ratings

    Locals express favorable opinions about the proximity of everyday local amenities, parks, public transit, neighborly atmosphere, strong sense of community and the general safety of the area.

CONS
  • Commute

    Access to public transportation in this particular area may be limited, which can result in longer-than-average commute times to reach workplaces.

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What's it like Living in Forty Fort?

Located in the state of Pennsylvania, Forty Fort is a smaller city with a population of 4,055 residents. Forty Fort has a population density of 3,106 people per square mile. This would be considered well above the national population density level. The majority of Forty Fort residents report their race to be White; this is followed by Black and Asian. Not a fan of sitting in traffic during your commute to work? Forty Fort offers shorter work commutes, with an average one-way commute time taking only 21 minutes, far lower than the national average of 26 minutes.

Whether you’re relocating to a new area to be closer to family, friends or for a new job, living in Forty Fort could be a positive experience compared to other cities in Pennsylvania if you know where to search. Don't forget to determine what matters most to you in a neighborhood. Consider factors such as safety, proximity to work or school, access to amenities (like parks, fitness facilities, grocery stores, restaurants), public transportation options, community atmosphere and the overall vibe you're looking for. Using the livability score which includes data from categories like amenities, crime, health & safety, housing, you can easily compare the best places to live in Forty Fort and also determine if there are any nearby cities that might be a better match for your lifestyle. You can also compare Forty Fort to Pennsylvania and the national average.

Using data and statistics Forty Fort has received a livability score of 78/100. This score is ranked in the 93rd percentile when compared to all other cities. Compared to the United States average, Forty Fort ranks among some of the best places to live in the country! This city is also ranked in the top 10 percentile of all cities across the USA. If we take a closer look at each of the categories on their own, we see that Forty Fort ranks well for crime (A+), cost of living (A+), education (B-) and housing (B).

Finding affordable real estate and housing in Forty Fort can be tricky. Having said that, this area might be the place to get the best of both worlds. Based on factors like home/rental affordability and appreciation rates, this area has received an above average score in the housing category. A healthy real estate market can lead to wealth appreciation for property owners, as rising property values can contribute to homeowners' equity, financial stability and the ability to build long-term wealth.

Being close to public transit, grocery stores, parks and other conveniences are all important when weighing your options for a new home in Forty Fort. Before you determine if any of these amenities are available in the area, you will also want to know if the real estate prices in Forty Fort are affordable. The median home price for Forty Fort homes is $122,600, which is 26.9% lower than the Pennsylvania average. If we take a closer look at the affordability of homes in Forty Fort, we’ll see that the home price to income ratio is 1.9, which is 38.7% lower than the Pennsylvania average.

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      Forty Fort transportation information

      Statistic Forty Fort Pennsylvania National
      Average one way commute21min26min26min
      Workers who drive to work86.8%76.5%76.4%
      Workers who carpool10.1%8.5%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.3%5.6%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%0.5%0.6%
      Workers who walk0.0%3.8%2.8%
      Working from home2.9%4.2%4.6%
      Source: The Forty Fort, PA data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).